Good morning, Harrisburg.

On Tuesday, Oct. 6, the HACC Board approved the sale of the Cytec Building on York campus as part of efforts to consolidate operations and modernize instructional space, and officials said all campuses will remain open.

The Pennsylvania Senate passed a bipartisan bill banning PFAS from firefighting foam and the House approved it last year.

The law will take effect in July 2027 and prohibit use by early 2028 (with warning labels on equipment).

State leaders held a groundbreaking ceremony today at the future site of a firefighter memorial — a project set to honor fallen firefighters and mark the first step in its development.

The event underscores state commitment to recognizing local heroes.

State Sen. Lisa Boscola proposed suspending Pennsylvania’s 57.6-cent gas and 74.1-cent diesel taxes for 60 days to save drivers up to $632 million, with a bond plan to cover road repairs + bridge repairs.

The bills were introduced in April but have not advanced.

A second daily passenger train will begin running between New York and Pittsburgh, with stops in Harrisburg and Philadelphia on Nov.

18. Tickets will be available this week + the service features coach and business seating, onboard wi-fi and a café menu.

Hampden Township Board VP Dr. Ryan Argot toured the Roth Lane Wastewater Treatment Plant on Sept.

26 and said the facility is using measures including biofilm technology and ozone treatment (aiming to reduce hydrogen sulfide odors) to address community concerns. He vowed to follow up with residents as the township continues improving its odor control efforts.

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced a second daily roundtrip Pennsylvanian train service that will begin November 18 on the 444-mile route from New York to Pittsburgh, passing through Harrisburg.

The fountain at the state Capitol in Harrisburg is glowing pink this month to honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month + advocates from the PA Breast Cancer Coalition promote early detection and celebrate survivors as Pennsylvania becomes the first state to eliminate screening fees.